New laws amid public resistance could curb Virginia’s data center boom
News ClipWashington Times·VA·8/5/2026
New legislation in Virginia is being considered to curb the state's data center boom. This legislative push comes amid significant public resistance from residents concerned about increased noise and utility bills. If enacted, these more restrictive laws could slow down data center development in the state.
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More restrictive legislation could soon curb Virginia’s data center boom, as residents push back on increased noise and utility bills.